WK88099 - New Guide for Lithium Battery Carriage

Work Item

ASTM WK88099

New Guide for Lithium Battery Carriage

1. Scope

Recommendations for owners, operators, and designers of vessels to safely carrying lithium batteries onboard including electric vehicles, e-bikes, scooters.

Keywords

Lithium; Battery; Transport; Vessel

Rationale

Current guidance for maritime transport of lithium batteries is lacking. This guide would be used by vessel owners and managers in setting policy and procedures related to lithium battery transport and emergency response.

Details

Developed by Subcommittee: F25.07

Committee: F25

Staff Manager: David Lee

Work Item Status

Date Initiated: 10-11-2023

Technical Contact: John Goering

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